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Kevin Flores, 11, remains under a mosquito net while being treated for dengue fever at La Mascota hospital in Managua, Nicaragua, last fall.

Dengue Fever 101: How Serious Is This Disease?

The odds are that a victim will recover. But the mosquito-borne virus can be incredibly painful. It's also a growing health concern around the globe and has even been spotted in the United States.

The Tewaaraton had never had shared winners before Thursday night. But the committee voted unanimously to give the award to both Lyle Thompson (left) and Miles Thompson, who both had record-breaking seasons.

In Historic First, Native American Brothers Win Lacrosse Trophy

Despite the sport's Native American roots, a Native had never won the Tewaaraton Award, college lacrosse's highest honor — until Thursday. Miles and Lyle Thompson became its first co-winners.

An anti-coup demonstrator in Bangkok, earlier this week. The country's new military leader says those opposed to the putsch lack an understanding of democracy.

Thailand's Military Ruler Says No Elections For At Least A Year

Gen. Prayuth Chan-ocha, who seized power last week, also warned anti-coup protesters, saying they lack a "true understanding of democracy."

Techies, White House Take Part In National Day Of Civic Hacking

Techies and activists worldwide are gathering to create apps that work for the common good, from fixing potholes to stocking food banks.

VA Secretary Shinseki Steps Down Amid Reports Of Systemic Problems

Gen. Eric Shinseki is stepping down as the secretary of veteran's affairs. The decision comes in the midst of growing outrage over scheduling issues in the VA health system.

Acting Administrator for the EPA's Office of Water gets a tour from local water officials and the Roaring Fork Conservancy. The group visited different sites along the Frying Pan River.

EPA's "Waters Of The U.S." Source Of Frustration For Farmers, Ranchers

A top administrator in the EPA’s Office of Water was in the Roaring Fork Valley on Wednesday, touring local rivers and drumming up interest for a...

San Miguel County Sheriff Asks Board To Ban Butane Hash Oil Production

San Miguel County Sheriff Bill Masters has asked the County Board of Commissioners to ban butane hash oil production.KVNF’s Laura Palmisano spoke with the…

In Pizza Kitchens And On Assembly Lines, Temp Workers Face Abuse

The modern Harvest of Shame is the treatment of blue-collar temporary workers, according to ProPublica's Michael Grabell. NPR's Scott Simon speaks to Grabell about his investigative series.

Assad Bound For Re-Election As War Appears At A Stalemate

As Syria goes to the polls next week in an election that President Bashar Assad is certain to win, journalist Nick Blanford tells NPR's Scott Simon.

Self-help guru Harville Hendrix and his wife Helen LaKelly Hunt are offering free relationship therapy workshops to Dallas-area couples. Many of the couples who attend have never gone to relationship counseling.

One Wealthy Couple's Mission To Save Marriages, En Masse

An Oprah-endorsed self-help guru and his wife are devoting their weekends — and dollars — to large-scale, group relationship counseling sessions for couples who can't otherwise afford it.

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